Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
marine engineer
ESCO occupation · 13 essential, 71 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
perform scientific research
mathematics
use maritime English
technical drawings
adjust engineering designs
execute analytical mathematical calculations
ensure vessel compliance with regulations
mechanics
engineering processes
engineering principles
approve engineering design
mechanics of vessels
use technical drawing software
Optional & specialised skills
electrical engineering
manage engine-room resources
guidance, navigation and control
swim
mechanical engineering
repair engines
maintain electrical equipment
international regulations for preventing collisions at sea
survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment
work in outdoor conditions
assessment of risks and threats
use CAM software
risks associated with undertaking fishing operations
maintain shipboard machinery
precision mechanics
electromechanics
design principles
fishing vessels
fire-fighting systems
manage ship emergency plans
conduct performance tests
prevent fires on board
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
quality of fish products
manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery
draft design specifications
lubricate engines
communicate using the global maritime distress and safety system
stealth technology
record test data
Prevent sea pollution
design prototypes
coordinate fire fighting
operate ship propulsion system
maintain electronic equipment
fisheries legislation
install transport equipment engines
use tools for construction and repair
operate marine machinery systems
provide training
use CAD software
Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
ship related legislative requirements
operate ship rescue machinery
create technical plans
lead a team in fishery services
pollution prevention
synthetic natural environment
work in a fishery team
operate control systems
perform small vessel safety procedures
perform test run
CAE software
operate pumping systems
inspect engine rooms
execute feasibility study
operate life-saving appliances
perform small vessel safety measures
assess financial viability
apply medical first aid on board ship
disassemble engines
re-assemble engines
analyse production processes for improvement
electronics
fisheries management
maintain safe engineering watches
control production
analyse stress resistance of products
material mechanics
fluid mechanics
extinguish fires
Other matches: marine engineering drafter · marine engineering technician · vessel engine assembler · vessel engine tester · vessel engine inspector
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.